Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Perilla Decoction

Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Perilla Decoction,Early stage of abscesses and boils.

Formulas Name : Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Perilla Decoction

Chinese Name : 桂枝丹皮紫苏汤

Drug Formulation

3 qian of Cinnamomum twig, 3 qian of Paeonia root, 2 qian of Glycyrrhiza root, 3 qian of Moutan bark, 3 qian of Perilla leaf, 3 qian of fresh ginger.

Source

From *Si Sheng Xin Yuan*, Volume 9.

Benefits

Early stage of abscesses and boils.

Instructions for Use

Decoct in water to about half a cup; take while hot. Cover the body to induce a light sweat.

Cinnamon Twig, Moutan Bark, and Perilla Decoction,From *Si Sheng Xin Yuan*, Volume 9.,Early stage of abscesses and boils.

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